Mycterophora geometriformis
Hill, 1924
Mycterophora geometriformis is a of in the Erebidae, first described by Hill in 1924. It is recorded from North America. The species belongs to the Calpinae, a group within the diverse Erebidae family. It is assigned MONA/Hodges number 8416.
Identification
The specific epithet "geometriformis" suggests a resemblance in form to Geometridae , though this trait requires confirmation. Definitive identification relies on examination of genitalia and comparison with . The Mycterophora contains with generally slender bodies and relatively narrow wings.
Distribution
North America. Specific range details beyond continental presence are not documented in available sources.
Similar Taxa
- Mycterophora longipalpella in the same , requiring careful examination to distinguish; both share the slender-winged typical of Mycterophora
- Geometridae mothsSuggested by the epithet 'geometriformis'; superficial resemblance in body shape may cause confusion, though Erebidae and Geometridae differ in wing venation and other structural characters
More Details
MONA/Hodges Number
8416 — used in North American classification systems